Conference Agenda

Study Tour: In the Footsteps of the Glacier, the Buffalo and Aldo Leopold - Suzanne Wade, UWEX Rock River Basin Educator for Natural Resources; David Bouche, DNR Senior Naturalist, Devils Lake State Park

National Network for Sustainable Living Education (NNSLE) working meeting -

Open workshop-style meeting for Extension professionals in all disciplines who either tech, or are interested in teaching, sustainable living concepts. NNSLE currently has three projects: a searchable database, green camps guidelines, and a new publication on climate changes. New Extension faculty - and new ideas - are especially welcome. Viviane Simon-Brown, Facilitator

(1) Introduction to CSREES and Integrated Competitive Grant Programs; An overview of the portfolio of Integrated Programs at CSREES - Diana L. Jerkins, Ph.D., National Program Leader, Ecological Systems, National Research Initiative and Integrated Programs, USDA/CSREES

Extension Fish and Wildlife Specialists Pre-Conference Meeting

Lunch

Five Concurrent Skills-building Workshops

Kick-off Gathering -

Enjoy meeting new friends and renew old friendships. The Rooftop Garden provides a stunning view of downtown Madison and the Capitol Dome and overlooks Lake Monona. It's a great place to "kick-off" the 6th ANREP Conference, watch the sunset, and make plans for dinner in one of the areas many fine dining establishments. Cash bar; beer, wine and soda

Madison is known for its eclectic restaurant scene. Two unique areas containing many dining options within walking distance of the Monona Terrace and the conference hotels are the Capitol Square and State Street areas. Capitol Square is the area immediately surrounding Wisconsin's capitol. It offers some of Madison's finest dining options. State Street is a pedestrian mall that connects the Capitol to the University of Wisconsin. State Street contains unique shops, cafes and restaurants.

Welcome – ANREP President Sue Donaldson
Welcome – Local Host Committee Chair, David Drake

General Session and Conference Welcome - Sue Donaldson, ANREP President, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension; David Drkae, Local Host Committee Co-Chair, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Green Madison and the LEED-certified Monona Terrace - Dave Cieslewicz, Mayor of Madison.

Mayor Dave, as he's affectionately known, will offer an overview of why Madison is one of America's "greenest" cities. He'll also provide an introduction to Monona Terrace, the first LEED-certified convention center in the United States

Natural History of Wisconsin – Scott Craven, Professor, Extension Wildlife Specialist, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Scott will provide an introduction and primer on the local and state natural and cultural resources found in Wisconsin.

Break

Connecting Conservation's Past, Present, and Future: Aldo Leopold's Living Legacy - Curt Meine, International Crane Foundation

Sixty years after his passing, Aldo Leopold's influence on natural resource management and environmental stewardship continues to grow in new and important wyas. Leopold's "land ethic" emerged from his experience in the early conservation movement, yet continues to inspire insight and innovation ad we confront the profound environmental challenges of the 21st century. Rooted deep in Wisconsin's landscape, history, and rich conservation tradition, Leopold's work now provides valuable foundations for all who are striving to build more sustainable relationships between people and land.

Bronze, Silver & Gold Awards - The 2007 and 2008 ANREP Awards Program will honor members by showcasing outstanding, high quality, innovative materials and programs

Lunch - Presiding: Mike Reichenbach, University of Minnesota.

Speaker: Will Sheftall, University of Florida - The Leopold Land Ethic Meets Climate Change

Leopold's Land Ethic, written 60 years ago, exhorts us to place our obligations to preserve the integrity, stability and beauty of the biotic community over and above those dictated by economic self interest. Can Leopold's Land Ethic inform the way we teach clientele in Extension, in time for us to be relevant to THE issue of the 21^st Century?

Concurrent Session A

• A1: Addressing Challenges Through Research and Education

• A2: Opportunities for Extension

• A3: Model Teaching Methods

• A4: Exploring Partnership Models

• A5: Extension Program Examples

Concurrent Session B

• B1: Marketing and Delivery of Programs

• B2: Evaluation Tools

• B3: Extension Program Models

• B4: Increasing Leadership and Community Capacity

• B5: Wildlife and Fisheries

Poster Reception

View posters showcasing preferred methods of program delivery, edutainment ad web-based learning resources, as well as water resources issues, including groundwater, nutrient management, riparian programs and drinking water. Other posters, including angling, alternative energy, wildlife, wildfire, and carbon sequestration, add to the variety of subjects.

Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and cash bar (beer, wine, and soda). ANREP conference participants receive one free beverage ticket

Visit with poster authors between 5:30 and 6:30. Authors will remove their posters as 7:30 PM

Dinner

Concurrent Session C

• C1: Assessment Connecting Research and Education

• C2: Renewable Energy and Carbon Credits

• C3: The Role of Extension in Community and Volunteer Programs - Part I

• C4: Forestry

• C5: Youth

Concurrent Session D

• D1: Reaching the Forestland Owner

• D2: Reaching New Audiences
  

• D3: Statewide Extension Initiatives
  

• D4: Valuing Stakeholder Experiences and Knowledge
  

• D5: The Role of Extension in Community and Volunteer Programs - Part II
  

Study Tours

1. Walk in the Footprints of Aldo Leopold
2. International Crane Foundation
3. Exploring and Creating Water Trails
4. One Community's Search for Sustainability: The Madison Story
5. Future of Forestry Products: Sustainability, Bioenergy and Innovation
   

Wisconsin Supper: Tailgate Beer and Brats

Join us in the land of beer, brats, and cheese for a farewell get together and dinner at the University of Wisconsin's Memorial Union. Dinner will feature brats, chicken, vegetarian options, and all of the other foods expected at a traditional tailgate party. This will be a great opportunity to visit, dine, enjoy the University of Wisconsin setting along the shores of Lake Mendota, and plan for the next ANREP conference.

Breakfast – buffet

Welcome – JCEP Travel Team

(74) Extension: A Modern Day Pony Express? - David Drake, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Ben West and Andy Londo, Mississippi State University

(75) Evolution and Future of an Extension Wildlife and Fisheries Programs: What Would Aldo Say? - Jim Miller, Mississippi State University, and Scott Craven, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Robert M. Tim, UC Upland Research & Extension Center, Hopland, CA; James L. Byford, College of Agriculture & Applied Sciences, UT Martin, TN; Jack M. Payne, Natural Resources Ecology and Management, Ames, IA; Gary San Julian, School of Forest Resources State College, PA; Neal Wilkins, Texas A&M Institute of Renewable Natural Resources, College Station, TX; Delwin E. Benson, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO.

Environment and Natural Resources in CSREES: Working Lands and Ecosystems - Daniel E. Kugler, Deputy Administrator, Natural Resources and Environment, USDA Cooperative State Research Education and Extension Service

Sustaining our Natural Resources: Sustaining our Well-Being - Colien Hefferan, Administrator, USDA Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service

ANREP Business Meeting - Sue Donaldson, ANREP President, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension

• President's Report
• Meritorious Awards Presentation
• Results of the Membership Survey - Eleanor Burkett, ANREP North Central Regional Representative
• Financial Report - Will Sheftall, ANREP Treasurer
• Committee Roundtables
• Roundtable Reports
  

Closing Remarks and Drawing - Sue Donaldson, ANREP President

Conference Concludes